Dubai Traffic Fines — Here Is A List Of Violations & Offences

Driving in Dubai can be a thrilling experience, but it’s important to be familiar with the traffic laws to avoid hefty fines imposed by the Dubai Police. This guide will provide you with a clear understanding of common traffic violations in Dubai, the fines associated with them, and helpful tips to keep your driving experience smooth and penalty-free.

The UAE is among the top 10 countries in the world with heavy speeding fines. While obtaining a driver’s license in the United Arab Emirates can be challenging, navigating the roads afterwards brings a new set of hurdles. 

Motorists in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and other Emirates will need to be mindful of traffic regulations enforced by the Dubai Police and RTA to avoid hefty fines and points that can impact their licenses.

Motorists are fined AED 300 for smaller offences, and the list of fines goes all the way up to AED 100,000 for illegal street racing in the city by the Dubai Police.

In Dubai, a black point system penalizes traffic violations. Each offence is awarded up to 24 points depending on severity. Accumulating 24 points within a year gets your driving license suspended for 3 to 6 months and requires a rehabilitation course.

Impounded vehicle for illegal racing in Dubai attracts up to AED 100,000 in fines for the first offense. It can go up to AED 200,000 for repeated traffic violations.

Additionally, fines above AED 10,000 are usually handed to repeat offenders with vehicle impound charges. Here is the complete list of offences, fines and black points issued by the Dubai Police.

Motorists can visit the following websites to check their traffic fines in Dubai:

Dubai Police occasionally launch initiatives offering discounts on accumulated fines. Generally, discounts on traffic fines are announced during festive seasons such as Ramadan, Eid and more.

These campaigns can range from 25% to even 100% off, depending on the program and how long you’ve been violation-free. Additionally, Settling fines within 60 days often qualifies you for a discount.

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